Stop ICE Agents from Hiding Their Identity—Back the VISIBLE Act

Support the VISIBLE Act – End Masked ICE Arrests That Undermine Public Trust Restore Trust Through Identification Requirements I urge you to cosponsor and actively support the VISIBLE Act, a vital piece of legislation that will restore public trust, transparency, and accountability to immigration enforcement operations carried out by ICE and CBP. The bill would require Department of Homeland Security officers to clearly display their name or badge number and agency affiliation during any public-facing enforcement activity. It would also prohibit agents from wearing masks, face coverings, or balaclavas that obscure their identity, except in limited and justified cases such as undercover operations or environmental hazards. The Dangers of Anonymous Enforcement We are witnessing a dangerous normalization of masked, anonymous enforcement actions by federal agents. There have been repeated incidents where ICE agents, dressed in black and with faces covered, have detained individuals in unmarked vehicles, refused to identify themselves, and created confusion about whether those arrested were being kidnapped or lawfully apprehended. These practices are not only frightening to those directly affected—they also undermine the integrity of law enforcement and threaten basic democratic norms. A Simple, Democratic Reform No government agent should have the unchecked power to detain members of the public without revealing who they are or the agency they represent. The VISIBLE Act is a commonsense, narrowly tailored reform that affirms the public’s right to transparency while still protecting agents’ safety in appropriate circumstances. It establishes clear standards and requires annual reporting and internal accountability. Conclusion: Pass the VISIBLE Act Now As your constituent, I ask you to help end the use of masked and unidentified ICE agents in our communities. Please support the VISIBLE Act and ensure that those enforcing federal law do so visibly, lawfully, and in accordance with our nation’s democratic values.